MikeTheThinker

I've put an advert in the Wanted section but as I don't get updates from adverts for some technical reason I'm mentioning the need here too. Fingers crossed!

Fixed; thanks

My Scout is an '07 and according to its option codes (7GG) has a DPF fitted. Note I have corrected the option code from 0GG to 7GG (thanks @skomaz) - I think I need new glasses!

If you click on the link I gave you it will take you to the parts catalogue.

The piccy is the parts diagram for a 2012 Yeti, which may help you identify the bits that need attention. The link to the parts catalogue entry is included below. https://skoda.7zap.com/en/cz/yeti/yet/2012-666/9/941-941000/

Can you post a piccie? It will help to advise you on what can and cannot be achieved.

The Octavia mk2 facelift range ended in 2013 and was replaced by the mk3 model so 2013 cars could be of either type. That said, a check on Thule's fitment giude for both candidates shows the same foot pack for either car - 7105 - which strongly suggests intercompatibility between the vehicles. More information available HERE for mk2 cars and HERE for mk3 cars. N.B. Your VIN will indicate which model of Octavia you are looking at - 1Z for a MK2 and (probably) NE for a mk3.

Some obvious,some not, but I didn't know the truth for some. Usuall advert guff stripped out. Road safety charity Break has released a list of important information surrounding speed cameras to iron out any misconceptions. Seven are false and three are true. released a list of important information surrounding speed cameras in order to iron out any misconceptions and educate motorists. Here are ten speed camera myths you should be aware of. 1. "Not all speed cameras work, some are switched off - TRUE A spokesman for Brake said: “Various Freedom of Information requests have revealed that some speed cameras are not fully operational in the UK. “Brake fully supports the use of speed cameras, and would encourage the return to use of any cameras that have been turned off. Speed cameras are proven to reduce speeding, and can catch far higher numbers of speeding drivers than traffic police with mobile cameras." 2. You have to be speeding at least 10% over the limit plus 2mph, to get caught - FALSE The law states that a driver can receive a speeding ticket as soon as they exceed the speed limit on a road, even if that is only by 1mph. However, guidance provided by the NPCC (National Police Chiefs Council, formally ACPO, Association of Chief Police Officers), suggests that officers do not seek prosecution of a driver until they have exceeded the speed limit by 10%, plus 2mph. 3. If you drive really fast, you won’t trigger the camera - FALSE This is completely wrong. The only way to avoid triggering the camera is to stick within the speed limit. 4. "Speed cameras must be painted yellow to be legal" - FALSE The Government wants all speed cameras in England painted yellow. But if you’re caught on a grey one before that happens, tough - the offence is still valid. 5. Average speed cameras don't really work and that's why some people ignore them - FALSE The spokesman for Brake said: “Average speed cameras are an effective way to prevent dangerous driver behaviour. “They are particularly beneficial as they enforce limits over a longer stretch of road, preventing law-breaking drivers from being able to speed up again immediately after passing a camera. 6. You must be notified within a certain amount of time for it to be valid - TRUE Brake said a driver caught by a speed camera, rather than a police officer, must be sent a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP) within 14 days. The notice goes to the individual the vehicle is registered to. 7. You can request a speed awareness course - FALSE Those eligible for a course will be notified by police. If you haven't been offered one, then you don't qualify. 8. You can do a speed awareness course more than once - TRUE Drivers caught speeding for a second time may be able to do a second course, depending on the severity of the offence. But this can't be within three years of the first speed awareness course. 9. If you get a speed awareness course, you don't have to declare it on your insurance - FALSE Brake says: “Drivers who fail to reveal that they have undertaken a speed awareness course, who then later make a claim to their insurance provider, may find that their policy is invalid. "Information on whether a driver has taken a speed awareness course is held by local police forces." 10. You can even get caught on a bicycle or horse - FALSE “Whilst it is unlikely that a cyclist, or other road user on non-motorised transport, would be able to reach the necessary speeds to be above the limit, the law holds that legislation around speed limits covers only motor or mechanically propelled vehicles." https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/10-common-myths-speed-cameras-20711166

Great pictures, George! BTW I hope you're not a hayfever sufferer with all that Rape pollen ...

This is something of a reversal of practice from some years back. When i was (as they say here) "nobbut a lad" a colleague and I joined a business to look at automating 7-11 type stores using barcdes and scanners. Commonplace these days but back in the early 80s it was very much at the "forefront of the white hot technological revolution" {(c) H. Wilson}. Things came to an embarrassing halt when we discovered (via Manchester Plod) that the funding partners for our venture (who had a car sales business) were getting their dosh by importing "knock off to order" high ticket cars via Dublin and re-registering them in the UK - at a time when the knockoff cars databases in ROI and UK were not talking to each other ... The initial interviews with the Plod were a bit scary but to give them their due once they understaood we had absolutely no idea about the background to the financing they were very helpful. Mind you, we were also suddenly out of work ...

That is a very good question!

I sent the link to some friends in India who commented that it would not be unusual over there - but still bl**dy dangerous!

https://www.carscoops.com/2021/05/skoda-octavia-scout-returns-to-the-uk-but-is-reserved-for-emergency-services/

Firstly, saloon or estate? I'm assuming saloon for you. Secondly, bars or rack? Finally, new and shiny or secondhand and functional? There are several threads on the topic but here are a couple of the more informative ones: Basic bars on fleabay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291882567912 Options at roofbox.co.uk for 2007 Octavia 5 door hatch: https://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel2a.php?emulate=whycar&query=5809

As far as I know the DPF amd CAT are all part of the first section of exhaust and not independently disassembleable. I believe your motor is a BMN 2.0tdi for which the exhaust is shown HERE with appropriate part numbers.

I can't answer you directly but I did find the Australian site below a little while back that discusses tuning of all VW Group motors. The link is for the 1.9tdi series of engines but there is similar information for 2.0tdi motors too: https://www.torquecars.com/volkswagen/1-9-tdi-tuning.php They also have a UK-oriented site at https://www.torquecars.co.uk/

That's not you trying to walk on water in the first piccie, then? Seriously, though, glad to see you're able to get out and about again - and I'm envious of the scenery!

Has the insulation hardened and cracked or has it been cut somehow?

Welcome, Mick. I have happy memories (some time ago) of Cork - including an enterprising taxi driver who hired himself to me for the day and took me to the Blarney Woolen Mills where I spent (quite) a bit One of our forum regulars ( @mac11irl) lives over in your neck of the woods and I'm sure he'll be along to says his own hellos. He can probably give you pointers as to good Skoda service garages in the area, too.

It is _just_ possible that SGS did not receive your initial email (emails do get sidetracked at times) so I suggest the following: 1) Write to them (recorded delivery) and politely explain your problem and what you expect them to do about it. Include the piccies. 2) Point out you have previously attempted to bring this to their attention (refer to the email and include a copy) but have so far received no response. 3) Give them 14 days to provide an acceptable response to your complaint and advise that should they fail to so do you will proceed to claim against them for your losses via the Small Claims procedure. 4) After 21 days (just in case) and no acceptable response raise a claim online and incluide your initial purchase costs (receipt), piccies of the problem and any other costs you have incurred in pursuing the matter. You can include preparation costs for a letter and mailing costs but be sensible. 5) Unless they can show evidence they have addressed your issues the claim will be established and you can apply for default judgement, which will include your claim and any related (including court) costs.

Nice dog! Is it the nozzle fitting on the parts diagram HERE that you need?

As I understand it the obligation to report a vehicle's accident/repair history for a private sale is a moral rather than a legal one, so it's up to you whether you advertise it with history or just sell it "as seen" as a vehicle now surplus to requirements. Again as I understand the issue of liability only applies if you misdescribe the vehicle at sale.

On the surface I'd agree with @MicMac- the prices do seem extraordinarily high. Is it possiblle your stealer is trying to put you off the repairs (perhaps to make you buy another car from them) by quoting silly prices? This LINK will show you the parts diagram and parts catalogue entries for a 2010 set of roof rails. These are for European models but even of yours came from China I don't see things like roof rails being any different. A bit of ferreting about on the same site will show you the details for a China-sourced car (if there is one). Fitting a roof rail is not difficult - much easier on a mk2 than a mk1! In essence, remove 3 access covers (suggest you use a plastic trim removal tool - dead cheap on ebay or Amazon) then undo the three M6 allen bolts and lift off the rail. Clean, lightly grease the bolts and fit the new rail. I can't find you a torque setting but nip up firmly but don't wring its neck As regards sourcing the part/s I tried a quick Google{tm} and came up with many offers here in the UK or Europe from UKP70 to UJKP130 so I'm quite sure there must be some around in Oz. Shipping may complicate matters as some carriers don't like long packages. As regards the other jobs, if the chrome failure is on the gear knob they really are taking the pi$$ as the knob is literally a screw on/off part! Straight replacement of the coolant bottle is easy but messy in that you have to depressurise the cooling system first, uncouple and drain off the old reservoir, fir the new one, top up the coolant and check for leaks in operation. Remember also to wash down the work area to remove splashed coolant. The washer bottle is a bit more awkward but relatively straightforward; jack up NSF wheel, remove wheel, remove forward wheel arch liner, decouple and remove washer bottle, check and replace hoses if necessary, reassemble. None of these are beyond a reasonable home mechanic.

Try these. The estate and hatchback are very similar:

You could also try self-amalgamating tape, although it can get bulky if you use a lot.